On October 15, 2025, residents from Santa Venetia learned about a proposal from the Marin County Flood Control District (MCFCD) that could reduce the risk of floods caused by intense, global warming-induced storm surges over the next 50 years. It involves replacing the timber reinforced berm (TRB) that currently sits atop an earthen levee that … Continued
For Immediate Release – Marin County, CA – County conducts annual maintenance in advance of the rainy season While it is easy to forget during the hot, dry months of summer, winters can bring intense storms to Marin, delivering significant impacts across the county, including downed trees, landslides, damaged roadways and flooded streets. Minimizing such … Continued
For Immediate Release – Ross Valley, CA – Project could remove 20 properties from floodplain and reduce risk for hundreds more The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is being asked to review and comment on the impact of the proposed removal of a bridge located in downtown San Anselmo. The bridge platform, known as Building … Continued
For Immediate Release – Ross Valley, CA – Flood Control District recommends contract to start concrete removal and restoration of wetlands The next construction effort for an important flood control project is expected to get underway later this summer in Kentfield, pending contract approval. Following a successful contractor bidding process, the second of three components of … Continued
General information Department: Public Works Category: Trade services Work description: The Marin County Flood Control and Water Conservation District (“District”) maintains flood control facilities throughout the County of Marin including the Timber-Reinforced Berm (TRB) on top of the earthen levee located along the right bank of South Fork of Gallinas Creek in the community of … Continued
The Marin County Flood Control & Water Conservation District will be hosting a community meeting regarding the Proposed Cardinal Road Levee Upgrade Project. District staff will provide a progress update on the proposed project. You’re invited to attend this informal meet and greet on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the Stone Park next to the … Continued
In fall 2024, the Marin County Flood Control and Water Conservation District completed the infrastructure for a portable pump station at Drake Avenue and Donahue Street in Marin City, near the Highway 101 ramps. These pumps are used during high tide events that occur at the same time as rainstorms to help reduce flooding at … Continued
Over the last couple years, we heard the neighborhood’s concerns about water seeping through the levee along Cardinal Road. Maintenance actions the District has taken to reduce the seepage haven’t been enough, so we have engaged an engineering consultant to look at alternatives and design a proposed project to prevent this seepage and shore up … Continued
For Immediate Release – Marin County, CA – Winter tide levels are likely to impact areas with a history of localized flooding During the hot summer months, it can be easy to forget that the winter brings rain and flooding to Marin County. Tide-related flooding can happen whether it is raining or not, but the … Continued
For Immediate Release – Ross Valley, CA – An informational event on this flood risk reduction project’s progress is set for October 15 The Marin County Flood Control and Water Conservation District will soon host an information open house about an ongoing project to reduce the frequency and severity of flooding in the lower Ross Valley. Modifications … Continued
